Welcome to Cochin International Airport. Our representative will receive you and transfer you by air-conditioned vehicle to your beach resort at Cherai Beach. After check-in, all tour-related documents and itinerary details will be explained. The remainder of the day is free to relax by the beach, where the Arabian Sea meets Kerala's backwaters and traditional Chinese fishing nets continue to support the local fishing community. Overnight stay at the beach resort.
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely day at Cherai Beach. Relax on the sandy shoreline, take a swim in the calm waters or simply unwind amidst coconut groves overlooking the Arabian Sea. You may also explore the nearby fishing village, known for its prawn farming and fresh seafood, or spend time watching local fishermen operating the traditional Chinese fishing nets. Overnight stay at the beach resort.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Munnar, a hill station where the rivers Madurapuzha, Nallathanni and Kundala meet. The drive passes rolling tea estates, forests and mountain scenery before reaching one of Kerala's principal tea-growing regions. Upon arrival, visit the Tea Museum, where exhibits explain the history of tea cultivation in Munnar, traditional processing techniques and the development of Kerala's tea industry. The remainder of the evening is free for leisure. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, explore the natural attractions of Munnar. Visit Pothamedu Viewpoint, overlooking tea, coffee and spice plantations spread across the hills, followed by Devikulam, known for its cool climate, mountain scenery and the natural Sita Devi Lake. Continue to Blossom International Park, Mattupetty Dam, Echo Point and Kundala Lake. Later, enjoy a plantation tour to learn about the cultivation of tea, coffee and spices before returning to the hotel. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Vagamon, a hill station known for its tea gardens, rolling meadows and peaceful valleys. Continue to your resort near Vanilla County and spend the day at leisure. You may choose from optional activities including a spice garden visit, meditation at a nearby ashram, trekking through the surrounding hills, bathing in mountain streams or observing working elephants in the region. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Periyar (Thekkady). Upon arrival, check in at the jungle resort before visiting the Periyar Wildlife Sanctuary, one of India's largest protected forests, home to elephants, gaur, wild boar, sambar deer and a wide variety of birdlife. Enjoy a boat cruise on Periyar Lake for opportunities to spot wildlife along the shoreline, followed by an optional elephant safari. Later, visit a Spice Plantation, where cinnamon, cardamom, pepper, tea and coffee are cultivated, before stopping at the local spice market. Dinner and overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kuttikkanam, a peaceful hill destination surrounded by forests, spice plantations and rolling hills. Upon arrival, check in at the resort. The remainder of the day is free to enjoy the natural surroundings or take a leisurely walk through the nearby plantations and village trails. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, enjoy a full day exploring Kuttikkanam. Visit Panchalimedu, a scenic hilltop associated with legends from the Mahabharata, followed by Parunthumpara Viewpoint, overlooking valleys, forests and winding mountain roads. Continue to Peeru Hills, named after the Sufi saint Peer Mohammed, and visit the nearby Ayyappan Temple, a popular pilgrimage site surrounded by natural landscapes. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Kumarakom, a tranquil backwater destination on the banks of Vembanad Lake. Upon arrival, visit the Kumarakom Bird Sanctuary, home to herons, egrets, darters, kingfishers and numerous migratory birds. Spend the remainder of the day relaxing amidst the peaceful backwaters or exploring the surrounding village pathways and lakeside scenery. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, board your traditional Kerala Houseboat and begin a scenic cruise from Kumarakom to Alleppey through Kerala's famous backwaters. Sail past palm-lined canals, village homes, paddy fields and interconnected lakes while observing everyday life along the waterways. Watch Chinese fishing nets in use, flocks of ducks swimming through the canals and a variety of local birds before enjoying a freshly prepared dinner onboard. Overnight stay in the houseboat.
After breakfast, disembark from the houseboat and drive to Varkala, one of Kerala's most distinctive coastal destinations where dramatic laterite cliffs overlook the Arabian Sea. Upon arrival, check in at the beach resort. The remainder of the day is free to relax on Papanasam Beach, known for its natural springs and long sandy shoreline, or explore the cafés and shops along the cliff promenade. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, enjoy a leisurely day in Varkala. You may relax by the beach, swim in the Arabian Sea or choose optional activities such as surfing, parasailing and Ayurvedic wellness therapies. You can also visit the ancient Janardanaswamy Temple, dedicated to Lord Vishnu and regarded as an important pilgrimage site with a history spanning more than 2,000 years. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, spend another day at leisure enjoying the relaxed atmosphere of Varkala. Walk along the cliff-top pathways overlooking the Arabian Sea, browse local handicraft shops, visit nearby cafés or simply unwind at the beach. Optional yoga sessions and Ayurvedic treatments are also available throughout the day. Overnight stay at the resort.
After breakfast, check out and drive to Cochin. Upon arrival, check in at the hotel before exploring the city's heritage attractions. Visit Fort Kochi, the historic colonial quarter reflecting Portuguese, Dutch and British influences, followed by St. Francis Church, India's oldest European church and the original burial place of Vasco da Gama. Continue to the Jewish Synagogue, renowned for its hand-painted Chinese tiles and Belgian chandeliers, and the nearby Mattancherry Palace (Dutch Palace), known for its Kerala murals depicting scenes from the Ramayana and Mahabharata. Later, visit the Hill Palace Museum, Bolgatty Palace, Willingdon Island and enjoy a traditional Kathakali Dance Performance. Overnight stay at the hotel.
After breakfast, check out from the hotel and transfer to Cochin International Airport for your onward journey. Your tour concludes with wonderful memories of Kerala's hill stations, hidden destinations, wildlife, backwaters and beaches.
The final cost of a customized tour varies depending on accommodation choices, travel period, number of travellers and individual preferences. While an exact quotation can be provided upon finalization of details, the following indicative price range will help you plan your holiday (based on a minimum of two persons sharing a double room together).
